This northern shrub, typical of acidic, boggy areas, can easily be recognized by the woolly brown undersurfaces of its leaves. A tea can be made from the leaves, as was done during the American Revolution. In northern Canada, the plant is known as Hudsonís Bay Tea.

Butterflies and Moths of North America (BAMONA)

Propagation

Description: Layers and fall-collected cuttings can be used for propagation. Seeds should be sown on shaded peat moss. There is no dormancy and germination takes 2-3 weeks. Seed Collection: Not Available Seed Treatment: No pretreatment is necessary. Commercially Avail: yes